My favorite part of the Miami Museum of Science was the Titanic Artifact exhibit. It was very well done. Also, there are interesting science and natural history museums, plus a unique museum devoted entirely to local birds. I really enjoyed the ...
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Strolling through this gorgeous villa built in 1916 by James Deering, one of the cofounders of International Harvester, is like walking back in time. Situated on beautiful Biscayne Bay, it's now a serene museum decorated with 16th through early ...
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Be prepared to shop 'til you drop in Miami's largest waterfront shopping mall. There are lots of different shops and restaurants, plus you'll catch amazing views of the water. Hooters of Bayside has a nice view, and great food. Overall, I find ...
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We swam with the dolphins and had a great time at the Seaquarium. Everyone in the family was fascinated by the sea lions--not to mention the resident manatees, sea turtles and all the other marine creatures. The animal shows are fantastic! Don't ...
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With intimate cafes and laid-back visitors, the Lincoln Road Mall feels a bit like a boulevard in southern Europe with intimate cafes and laid-back visitors. There are 175 specialty shops and a variety of restaurants in the mall, which actually ...
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In this lovely land of sunshine there are other awesome adventures awaiting you, like Jai-Alai (pronounced 'hi-lie'), an upbeat, exotic, and high-speed game of Basque and Spanish-style racquetball played with a rock-hard ball traveling up to 180 ...
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Whether or not you understand horseracing, visit Calder Race Course and you're sure to have a great time. The atmosphere is supercharged, and the sheer excitement of watching races is awesome. I fell in love with horseracing the first time I ...
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As I walked through the Bal Harbour Mall just north of South Beach, I could not help but fall in love with its beauty. It's not just the upscale, trendy boutiques--Saks, Neiman Marcus, Gucci, Louis Vuitton--it's the decor as well. For a relaxing ...
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I was lucky to live and work near Miami's most luxurious park, a place you really have to see. Located within easy reach of downtown Miami, Biscayne National Park offers lush greenery, biking paths, boating opportunities, and white sand beaches. ...
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The picturesque Parrot Jungle, just off 395 between downtown Miami and South Beach, is quite unique and an absolute must see if you visit Miami. I was completely amazed to see so many rare birds and gorgeous colorful parrots. I found the birds to ...
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If you're looking to experience a slice of old Miami, head to the elegant South Florida city of Coral Gables and take a dip in the amazing spring-fed Venetian Pool I found this historic place formed from coral rock in the early 1920s, ...
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My favorite way to see the stunning views of Miami is by boat, and Ocean Force Adventures offers exciting tours. For a wonderful adventure take the Zodiac RIB tour. These are the same boats used by the FBI, Coast Guard, special military forces ...
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Whether you’re looking for fun in the sun or to salsa in South Beach, the magical city of Miami sizzles all year long. Of course, there are other attractions off the beaten path. Spend a day at the Everglades Alligator Farm in Homestead. Here, ...
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This entertaining tour lasts about 90 minutes and gives a great overview of Miami. I took an early morning tour and the weather was ideal. What I really enjoyed was the tour guides, who all have a background in the theater as comedians and ...
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I was pleasantly surprised that this was not as Disney-like as I expected. It's very unnassuming, actually (during the day, anyway), and there's a subtle yet authentic Cuban feel about the place, which was wonderful. There's not a lot of ...
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When I lived in Miami, I loved to explore different places. A few years ago, I discovered the Wolfsonian Museum in the heart of South Beach, and I was quite surprised to find such a fascinating collection of art, exhibits and objects. There are ...
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This market offers a variety of fresh produce, wonderful gourmet foods, delicious homemade soups, and great bakery items. I was impressed with the quality of food and also with the friendly staff. If you visit on a Friday or Saturday, you can ...
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Looking for some affordable, yet cool women’s clothing while out and about in Miami? Check out Rainbow at 315-321 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach, Florida. Their telephone number is (305) 535-0980. The store has all kinds of t-shirts, shorts, ...
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If you are looking for hip clothing, particularly for men’s beachwear, head to Surf Style at 340 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach, Florida. If you need directions or information of some other kind, you can call Surf Style at (305) 538-3844. I found ...
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It was my first trip to South Beach, so I wanted to explore everything. I’d researched all the “must-sees” but Espanola Way, a lovely little side road off the beaten path, was not listed. I discovered it by accident after walking one afternoon on ...
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